Whether your garden consists of a few terracotta pots or an entire acre or more you can get your soil in prime condition for spring planting by performing routine tasks such as weed removal, composting, and planting a cover crop to improve soil fertility and reduce unwanted plants.

Agricultural weblog Old World Garden Farms points out that you should clear out weeds in your garden now so they don't overwinter in your soil and go to seed. Add any removed weeds to the center of your compost pile and the heat generated by the compost will kill the seeds before they can germinate. With the weeds gone add some organic matter to your soil—if you have a large garden, consider planting a winter cover crop such as ryegrass to add nutrients and organic matter to the soil. There's a reason many cover crops are often referred to as "green manure".

For more tips on preparing your garden for Spring, including which plants you shouldn't compost, check out the source link below.